Author Quote by Richelle E. Goodrich
““Sometimes when I prepare to write, I feel the same sensation wash over me as if my toes were curling over the brink of a high cliff, my gaze peering downward into a dark pond, and I anxiously wonder, will the water prove deep enough? Will my words be satisfactory?””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Personal Writing Reflection, 2023
The writer fears that their words may not be deep or satisfactory, likening the anxiety to standing on a cliff above a dark pond.
In simple terms: Fear of inadequacy in creative work
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge fear, write anyway
Themes
creativity
anxiety
selfdoubt
Mood
nervous
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- journal entry
- blog post
- academic paper
Key Concepts
imperfectionism
vulnerability
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear shape your creative process?
- What steps can you take to trust your voice?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stall progress; accept imperfection
